Full Time Course Dates:

Part Time Course Dates:

Courses are subject to sufficient student numbers. Insufficient numbers will result in cancellation (10 days prior) and students will be notified by phone and email.

If the dates above are not suitable, you can always register interest and you will be notified of any new dates when they are added.

The Diploma of Beauty Therapy
course offers students intensive training in the beauty & spa industry to give students the skills to work in their chosen area of these exciting and rapidly expanding industries.

"The Beauty Therapy sector is predicted to grow by 29% over the next 5 years and is currently the second largest employer of personal services VET graduates.” —Skills IQ

Our training includes Microdermabrasion, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Eyelash Extensions and Spray Tanning as part of the course at no additional cost!

The Australian Institute of Creative Design is ITEC approved, this means that our Diploma of Beauty Therapy course has also been developed to the international qualification standards of ITEC and from this Students will gain a dual qualification (National and International). For more information on ITEC visit http://www.itecworld.co.uk

During the course students will have the opportunity to work with customers in a simulated beauty and spa environment, performing treatments under supervision and guidance from the trainers. This course opens the door for a wide range of employment opportunities for our graduates within the beauty industry.

Our courses are taught by trainers who have vast experience within the beauty and spa industry. This gives our students the ability to gain valuable insights from trainers with real industry experience and benefit from their experiences, knowledge and industry contacts.

Beauty Career Opportunities

On successful completion of the course students will have the opportunity to work in positions in the beauty industry including:

Beauty Therapist

Spa Manager/Owner

Massage Therapist including aromatherpay massage

Product Trainer

Consultant/Representative for Cosmetic Companies

Make-up Artist

Working on cruise ships

Topic Areas Covered

Our Diploma of Beauty Therapy incorporates practical experience in our student clinic. Students also get the opportunity to meet industry experts through our product knowledge training education days and excursions.

Facial treatments

Body Massage

Make-Up

Waxing

Manicure & Pedicure Treatments

Retail Sales

Reflexology

Eyelash Extensions

Microdermabrasion

Indian Head Massage

Hot Stone Massage Therapy

Students will be required to source outside models throughout the duration of the course - models may be needed for consecutive weeks on occasion

Qualification & Units of Competency

Course Code: SHB50115

Students who successfully complete the course will receive the nationally recognised Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50115) qualification. This course is accredited under the Australian Qualifications Training Framework.

Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

SHBXWHS001

Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

SHBBBOS004

Provide aromatherapy massages

SHBBBOS005

Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments

SHBBCCS002

Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments

SHBBSPA003

Provide stone therapy massages

SHBBSPA004

Provide Indian head massages for relaxation

SHBBINF001

Maintain infection control standards

SHBBHRS002

Provide female intimate waxing services

SHBBMUP003

Design and apply make-up for photography

SHBBSKS005

Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments

SHBBBOS001

Apply Cosmetic tanning products

SHBBMUP001

Apply eyelash extensions

SHBBCCS001

Advise on beauty products and services

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Have your experience recognised and increase your employment prospects by enrolling in Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Through RPL you could reduce the duration of your studies. Get the recognition you deserve and enquire about RPL today.

RPL assessed on a case by case basis, so it is only available on application. Students will be charged $200 per unit of competency.

Why You Should Study With Us:

We offer a more personalised approach to teaching.

We sign you up to a jobs board where you will have access to employment, work experience and intership opportunities.

We offer Prepare for Success and Dress for Success workshops.

We have an industry panel that reviews your work and you will receive a certificate graded by industry.

Industry contact us seeking students for work and work experience and we pass on these opportunities to students.

We have industry guest speakers and excursions throughout the course

Course Duration:

Full Time: The course runs over 1 year for 3 days per week face to face delivery from 9.00am - 4.30pm. Students are also required to complete additional hours of self directed study each week to enable you to achieve the Diploma. If sitting ITEC qualifications you will be required to attend extra classes in study period 4 to prepare for the international exam. ITEC theory and practical examinations take place after the Diploma of Beauty Therapy has been completed.

Part Time: This course can be completed over 1 day per week or 2 days per week. The overall course duration will vary depending on the individual module dates selected. Minimum completion time for 2 days per week study is 2 years.

Term Dates

Click on the arrows below to go forward or backward through each intake's term dates. Please note that term dates are subject to change, please contact us to confirm future dates if required.

Gold Coast Full Time

February INTAKE 2018

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

19th Feb 18

28th Mar 18

Term 2

16th Apr 18

27th Jun 18

Term 3

16th Jul 18

19th Sep 18

Term 4

8th Oct 18

5th Dec 18

July INTAKE 2017

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

13th Jul 17

16th Sep 17

Term 2

5th Oct 17

16th Dec 17

Term 3

1st Feb 18

24th Mar 18

Term 4

5th Apr 18

19th May 18

March INTAKE 2017

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

20th Mar 17

7th Apr 17

Term 2

18th Apr 17

23rd Jun 17

Term 3

3rd Jul 17

22nd Sep 17

Term 4

3rd Oct 17

15th Dec 17

November INTAKE 2016

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

28th Nov 16

16th Dec 16

Term 2

9th Jan 17

7th Apr 17

Term 3

18th Apr 17

23rd Jun 17

Term 4

10th Jul 17

15th Sep 17

February INTAKE 2016

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

29th Feb 16

24th Mar 16

Term 2

4th Apr 16

24th Jun 16

Term 3

11th Jul 16

16th Sep 16

Term 4

4th Oct 16

9th Dec 16

February INTAKE 2015

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

23rd Feb 15

1st May 15

Term 2

12th May 15

17th Jul 15

Term 3

27th Jul 15

2nd Oct 15

Term 4

12th Oct 15

11th Dec 15

February INTAKE 2014

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

24th Feb 14

2nd May 14

Term 2

12th May 14

18th Jul 14

Term 3

28th Jul 14

3rd Oct 14

Term 4

13th Oct 14

12th Dec 14

February INTAKE 2012

STARTS

ENDS

Term 1

20th Feb 12

29th Mar 12

Term 2

10th Apr 12

28th Jun 12

Term 3

9th Jul 12

27th Sep 12

Term 4

8th Oct 12

13th Dec 12

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Student Entry Requirements:

Formal Education or Work/Life Experience:

To enrol into the Diploma of Beauty Therapy the applicant must have a passion for helping others, have a pleasant and caring manner, have good interpersonal skills, and have moderate computer skills as well as answering yes to most of the points below:

Are you a caring person who loves delighting the senses?

Do you love working with people and helping them achieve their goals?

Do you have good hand-eye coordination?

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for entry into this qualification.

Course Fees

VET Student Loans

From the 1st of January 2017 a new government student loan scheme became available to students enrolling into eligible courses at approved providers.

VET Student Loans are available for students who meet the eligibility requirements to assist with payment of the course fees. Students who take out a VET Student Loan will have a HELP debt which is due to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.

If you are eligible for a VET Student Loan:

Click here to view the Schedule of VET Tuition Fees for more information on course costs, census dates and units of study.

Did you know that alternatives to VET Student Loans may be even cheaper than the 20% fee currently charged by the Government? Student or personal loans from some of the larger financial institutions may save you money.

Full Course Cost (Payment Plan): $16,500.00

Additional Costs/Required Equipment:

Student ID Card: $25

Black pants and enclosed black shoes

Printing & photocoping by student.

Basic stationary

A laptop or tablet device for viewing/accessing course notes and taking notes. Internet access at home is also required.

Beauty Kit and tunic - Price $770

Financial Assistance

Eligible students may be able to apply to Centrelink for either Youth Allowance (for full-time students aged 16 to 24) or Austudy (for full-time students aged 25 years or over). For more information visit the Centrelink website.

Applications

Domestic Students Only

Application and Enrolment Process:

Phone the Gold Coast (07) 55 938 335 OR Brisbane (07) 38 541 395 campus to arrange your interview OR fill out the online Application Form and arrange a phone interview if you cannot come into either campus.

Attend your interview or complete the phone interview.

You will receive your enrolment paperwork and the student handbook at the interview and information on the required evidence you will have to supply to support your application.

After reading the student handbook and enrolment forms, if you wish to enrol you must submit the enrolment form along with any requested evidence (original or certified copies of originals).

Our administration staff will check the completed enrolment form and evidence you supplied to demonstrate your suitability for the course. We may have to ask you further information or discuss your options if you don't meet the suitability requirements for the course. If you do meet the suitability requirements for the course, we will send you a Confirmation of Enrolment, along with payment plan forms.

Full Time Course Dates:

Part Time Course Dates:

Courses are subject to sufficient student numbers. Insufficient numbers will result in cancellation (10 days prior) and students will be notified by phone and email.

If the dates above are not suitable, you can always register interest and you will be notified of any new dates when they are added.

Partners and Affiliations

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